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June 9, 2026
State Department Launches $750 Premium Visa Interview Program
- The State Department will offer a premium service for $750 to expedite visa interviews within 10 days at select locations, in addition to the standard $185 application fee.
- This pilot program runs from July 1 to December 31, with the possibility of extension depending on demand.
- Participating embassies and consulates will be announced before the program starts, but paying for expedited service does not guarantee visa approval.
3 Sources
- Trump administration to sell faster visa interviews for $750 in new pilot programJun 9, 2026 at 9:13 AM · Independent
- Trump administration offering 'premium' expedited visa interviews for $750Jun 9, 2026 at 9:22 PM · The Hill
- Trump administration to offer 'premium' expedited visa interviews for $750Jun 10, 2026 at 2:29 AM · Fox News